Contradiction with Exodus 12:8
This verse instructs the eating of the Passover lamb, which may involve keeping some parts overnight, potentially contradicting the prohibition of leaving parts of the sacrifice as mentioned in Exodus 23:18.
Exodus 12:8: And they shall eat the flesh in that night, roast with fire, and unleavened bread; [and] with bitter [herbs] they shall eat it.
Contradiction with Leviticus 19:5-6
Here, the peace offerings can be eaten on the second day, which might contradict the requirement in Exodus 23:18 to not leave any sacrifice until the next day.
Leviticus 19:5-6: And if ye offer a sacrifice of peace offerings unto the LORD, ye shall offer it at your own will.
Contradiction with Leviticus 7:15
This verse specifies that the flesh of the sacrifice should be eaten on the same day it is offered, coinciding with Exodus 23:18, yet allowing for a different ritual practice which could be seen as contrasting if misinterpreted.
Leviticus 7:15: And the flesh of the sacrifice of his peace offerings for thanksgiving shall be eaten the same day that it is offered; he shall not leave any of it until the morning.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 16:4
Establishes no leavened bread should be seen for seven days during Passover, aligning with Exodus 23:18 on unleavened bread but reiterating a separate rule which could cause confusion.
Deuteronomy 16:4: And there shall be no leavened bread seen with thee in all thy coast seven days; neither shall there [any thing] of the flesh, which thou sacrificedst the first day at even, remain all night until the morning.
Paradox #1
Exodus 23:18 discusses rules about sacrifices, which might conflict with later teachings about the nature of sacrifice, especially in the New Testament where there's a focus on inner faith and Jesus' sacrifice, rather than strictly adhering to specific rituals. This could create inconsistency for those interpreting both the Old and New Testament teachings together.
Paradox #2
Exodus 23:18 refers to sacrificial practices, which some people find contradictory due to different interpretations and rules about sacrifices in other parts of the Bible. Different books sometimes have variations in the descriptions of how and when sacrifices should be made, leading to confusion or perceived inconsistencies in the instructions given for worship.
Paradox #3
One possible contradiction in Exodus 23:18 could be the commandment to follow specific rituals or sacrifices, which might conflict with the broader message of compassion and grace found elsewhere in the Bible. This could create tension between the importance of ritual law and the emphasis on inner morality and love.